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New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts

New York, New York Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#3701
Nationally
#270
In New York
82%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 80%
$36,200
Annual Tuition
per year
286
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
43/100
Average
#3701 nationally
#270 in New York
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability33
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth44

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts is a private for-profit two-year community college located in New York, New York. With 286 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 82%, the institution is considered accessible. Annual tuition is $36,200, below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $33,699 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate82%↓ Below avg
National avg: 80%
469
Applied
386
Admitted
85
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$36,200/yr
Room & Board$300/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$37,500/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$36,200↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$33,699
$30,001 – $48,000$33,927
$48,001 – $75,000$36,013
$75,001 – $110,000$41,167
Over $110,000$39,138
Student Body
286
Total Undergrads
57% F / 43% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 31%
Hispanic 26%
Black 23%
Asian 3%
Two or more 3%
International 12%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Open admissions policy (82% acceptance rate) β€” accessible to a wide range of students
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $300/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (286 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $33,699/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree, students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPrivate For-Profit
LocationNew York, New York
SettingCity: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$33,699
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#270
in New York out of 7+ colleges
#3701
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.